Softening nougat candy
Is there a way to soften nougat candy (Brach's peppermint)? I live in a dry climate , have had them for a year, and don't want to break any teeth. On the other hand, I don't want to throw them away.
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If you put them in a humid environment they'll absorb moisture.
If you have a deep enough bowl with a lid, put a glass of water in the middle and surround the glass with the candies. Keep the lidded bowl in a room-temperature place for a few days where it won't be bumped (you don't want the water to spill...). Stir the candies a few times to keep the moisture evenly distributed and to prevent them from sticking together.
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If you put them in a humid environment they'll absorb moisture. If you have a deep enough bowl with a lid, put a glass of water in the middle and surround the glass with the candies. Keep the lidded bowl in a room-temperature place for a few days where it won't be bumped (you don't want the water to spill...).Why is my nougat too hard?
If your candy comes out harder or softer than you'd like, try adjusting the syrup temperature the next time. Weather also plays a part in the outcome of nougat. Nougat is best made on a cool, dry day, as humidity can noticeably affect the texture of the nougat and its shelf life.Can you put nougat in the fridge?
Place nougat in a clean, dry airtight container, separating layers with non-stick baking paper. Keep in a cool, dry place for 1-2 weeks or in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. If storing nougat in the fridge, bring to room temperature before serving.Can you freeze torrone?
How should torrone be stored? Keep torrone in a cool, dry place. Hard torrone can be stored in the freezer if being saved for longer periods of time.What can I do with runny nougat?
I pour the way too soft nougat in a glass bowl and add a little bit of corn flour. I put the glass bowl over a pot with boiling water and stir and stir and stir. It reached a nice chewy consistency, and I spread it on a tray until it was cold.Torrone (Italian Nut \u0026 Nougat Confection) – Great Valentine’s Day Treat!
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